Waterproof leather cleaner/polish

MFP

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It is time to show some love to my Forma ADV Tourer boots. I usually clean them throughly after each ride but now
I would like to do some real cleaning/polishing and a follow-up of some waterproofing. I have used
Nor-V-Gen before but I honestly dislike how shiny it makes black leather boots when it dries.
Any tried-n-true products to suggest?
 

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I used to use, Meltonian on my Dehner Patrol Boots. It's a cream polish that works very well with no heavy residue. Covers nicks/scratches, and waterproofs. It can shine up, but you're going to have to work at it. I'm pretty sure you can find it at most shoe repair shops.
 
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I have a few cans of Obenauf's that I use every once in a while. I can't say I've used it enough to properly review it, but everyone else seems to love it ¯\_(ツ)_/¯

Edit: That's for waterproofing. To clean use saddle soap, condition with Lexol/Leather Honey/Fiebing's (last one came highly recommended from someone that should know)
 
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I use plain tapwater and a mild brush. Once a year give it some Love with a simple maintenance product from local shoe repair shop. Got the sidi adventure goretex 2, no shine, still waterproof and good overall condition.

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